Nigeria seizes 1,600 birds in 'largest' wildlife-trafficking bust
Summary
Nigeria's customs agency seized over 1,600 birds at Lagos International Airport, describing it as the largest wildlife trafficking bust in the country. The birds, which were headed to Kuwait, didn't have the necessary documents. An investigation is ongoing to find those responsible, with plans to rehabilitate and release the birds.Key Facts
- Nigeria seized over 1,600 birds in a major wildlife trafficking bust.
- The birds were stopped at Lagos International Airport on July 31.
- The shipment included ring-necked parrots and green- and yellow-fronted canaries.
- The birds were headed for Kuwait but lacked required documentation.
- Nigeria's customs agency is investigating to identify those behind the trafficking.
- The National Parks Service will rehabilitate the birds before releasing them.
- Nigeria is part of an international treaty against illegal wildlife trade but struggles with enforcement.
- The global illegal wildlife trade is a huge business, generating billions of dollars annually.
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